Compensation and Retention in a Turbulent Economy

Over the past year, companies have confronted the most difficult economic environment in a generation. Among the many challenges: How to motivate and retain key talent when a dismal economy is wreaking havoc with traditional compensation plans? To explore this issue, Deloitte conducted a survey of more than 200 executives.

In the wake of economic turmoil and anticipation of a rebound, every organization must choose its own path — striking a powerful balance between investing in growth, driving efficiency, managing risk and meeting compliance obligations. It's no longer about the downturn or the upturn. It's about your turn.